The San Blas Islands are a group of over 350 islands located on the Caribbean off the eastern coast of Panama. With only about 50 of the islands inhabited, the area is also known as Kuna Yala after the indigenous people that have lived there for centuries. A region of unparalleled beauty, with spectacular coral reefs and magnificent primary rainforest. This area is often called the “Pearl of the Caribbean.”
HIghlights
The Kuna Yala People
In 1925 the Kuna Yala People won their sovereignty from Panama. Presently, there is a population of approximately 50,000 Kuna living in the area. Of the 100’s of beautiful islands in the archipelago, only about 50 are occupied. Primarily hunters and fishers, the Kuna Yasla people represent a merging of people that migrated from Central America and the Chibcha culture of Columbia. Gracious hosts and proud preservers of their fascinating 1000 years old culture, the Kuna Yala people resisted nearly all Western influence until the late 20th Century. They are a population with a propensity for song and dance. As well as the production of intricately detailed textiles. The Kuna Yala is a matriarchal society that lives a peaceful life in this beautiful part of Panama.
Tours to San Blas
This region of Panama is an area of spectacular beauty! Miles of pristine, uninhabited beaches, clear unpolluted waters. The coral reefs that are home to schools of colorful tropical fish and lots of unique flora and fauna. Other than taking a tour to visit the indigenous people, it is also very popular to take a sailing trip around the islands, swim, and go snorkeling.
Tips
Getting there: There are about 50 sail boats ready to take you to the islands. When you take this option, the trip might take you around 5 days with 2 of them sailing. It is also possible to take a direct flight there.
Prepare for simplicity: You will not find all-inclusive resorts here and in some cases not even electricity. This is the perfect spot t enjoy fresh and delicious sea food.
Visit between April and November: This is the time when you can expect endless sun and pleasantly warm waters for swimming. The rest of the year can be rather windy making the boat rides rocky and the seas rough.
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The San Blas Islands
A small group of 350 islands situated in the Caribbean the east coast of Panama. Not many of the islands are inhabited but the one that holds people known as Kuna Yala afte...
The San Blas Islands Vacation Packages
Costa Rica Relocation with Christopher Howard and Stay in Punta Leona
7
SJO
$1500-$2000 p.p.
Best of Guanacaste
LIR
$1000-$1500 p.p.
Caribbean Lowlands Birding Tour
11
SJO
More than $2000 p.p.
Best of Guanacaste – All Inclusive
LIR
$1000-$1500 p.p.
Pampered in Papagayo Package
Less than $1000 p.p.
Caribbean Exploration Tour
SJO
$1500-$2000 p.p.
In Perfect Harmony
7
LIR
$1000-$1500 p.p.
Costa Rica’s Top Three Destinations
SJO
$1500-$2000 p.p.
Luxury Family Getaway with Hacienda AltaGracia
7
SJO
More than $2000 p.p.
Perfect Playa Conchal
LIR
Less than $1000 p.p.
Caribbean Dream
SJO
Caribbean Eco-Adventure
8
SJO
$1000-$1500 p.p.
Caribbean Dream with Manuel Antonio
12
SJO
$1500-$2000 p.p.
Birding in Costa Rica’s Nicoya Peninsula
11
SJO
More than $2000 p.p.
Caribbean Dream Extended Stay
16
SJO
Costa Rica Relocation with Christopher Howard
5
SJO
$1500-$2000 p.p.
Romantic Adventure Experience
10
$1000-$1500 p.p.
Best of Costa Rica with Peace Lodge (4 Star)
7
SJO
$1000-$1500 p.p.
Perfect Combination with Corcovado
SJO
More than $2000 p.p.
Coast to Coast
SJO
Extended Stay
13
SJO
More than $2000 p.p.
Caribbean Fusion – A Costa Rica Caribbean Vacation
8
SJO
$1000-$1500 p.p.
Active Family Adventure – Family Vacation to Costa Rica
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